New Guideline on Diabetes-Related Hypoglycemia Management Released
Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline examines better ways to manage hypoglycemia in people with diabetes.
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Stat Consult: Management of Diabetic Retinopathy
A concise overview of the diagnosis, management, and outcomes of diabetic retinopathy .
Tzield Approved to Delay Onset of Stage 3 Type 1 Diabetes
Tzield is anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody that has been shown to preserve beta cell function, reducing the need for exogenous insulin.
Chronic Kidney Disease Incidence Differs by Race in People With Diabetes
Incidence lower in White patients vs Black, Hispanic, and indigenous populations.
Insulin Rationing Reported by 16.5 Percent of Insulin Users
Variation seen among subgroups, with rationing in 11.2% of those aged 65 years and older and 20.4% of younger persons.
Can SGLT2 and GLP1 Agents Be Cost-Effective First-Line Treatments for Diabetes?
Researchers evaluate the lifetime cost-effectiveness of using SGLT2 inhibitors or GLP1 receptor agonists as first-line treatments for type 2 diabetes.
SGLT-2 Inhibitors Show Benefit in Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction
Investigators conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on the effect of SGLT-2 inhibitors on patients with HFpEF.
Effects of Weight Loss Methods Examined by Baseline Body Weight
Unlike people with obesity, lean individuals may not experience health benefits with intentional weight loss.
Bionic Pancreas Bests Standard Care for Glycemic Control in Type 1 Diabetes
Researchers compare the reduction in glycated hemoglobin level with use of a bionic pancreas compared with standard care in children and adults with type 1 diabetes.
FDA Warns of Cybersecurity Risk With Certain Medtronic Insulin Pumps
Equipment issue may allow someone to break in and cause the pump to deliver too much or too little insulin to the patient.
Interdisciplinary Panel Issues Consensus Document for Managing Hyperkalemia
A committee of nephrologists and cardiologists developed 6 recommendations to improve hyperkalemia management.
Obesity, Weight Gain in GDM Pregnancies Linked to ADHD in Offspring
Maternal obesity with excessive weight gain linked to increased risk for ADHD in offspring vs normal weight without excessive weight gain.
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Screening Children for Prediabetes, T2D
Evidence insufficient for assessing benefits and harms of screening for children and adolescents.
Legislative Update With Stephen Ferrara, DNP
Dr Ferrara discusses how to lobby for full practice authority and provides updates on federal legislation for NPs.
Intermediate-Acting Isophane vs Long-Acting Insulins: What’s the Real Cost?
This study builds on recent research indicating that prescribing NPH insulin may be reasonable for older patients with concerns about medication costs, particularly when it is used in combination with prandial insulin.
Patterns of Undiagnosed Diabetes Examined in US Adults
Using definition based on both fasting plasma glucose and HbA1c, analysis shows proportion of undiagnosed diabetes cases down in US adults.
Daily Insulin Dose Tied to Cancer Risk in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes
Daily insulin dose linked to cancer risk in multivariable model, with increasing cancer incidence in low-, medium-, high-dose insulin groups.
Effect of Keto and Mediterranean Diets on Glucose Control Compared
Limiting added sugar and refined grains helpful, but no added overall health benefit seen for cutting out legumes, fruits, and whole grains.
FDA Clears PENS Device for Pain Related to Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
First Relief is a wearable PENS device that is placed behind the ear.
California Will Produce Its Own Insulin to Bring Down Prices
As part of California’s new budget, $50 million will go directly to the development of low-cost insulin products to increase access for patients with diabetes.
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